Community Care Trust

Support Workers - Invercargill – Waihōpai

Community Care Trust  •  Invercargill, NZ (Onsite)  •  1 hour ago
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Job Description

Support Workers | Kaimahi Tautoko

Supported Living Services

Invercargill | Waihōpai

Full-time and Part-time opportunities available

At Community Care Trust Aotearoa, we believe everyone deserves the opportunity to live the life they choose.

As a Support Worker, you'll walk alongside people as they build confidence, develop life skills, achieve their goals, and enjoy meaningful lives in their community. Whether you're helping someone learn something new, attend activities, or simply sharing everyday moments, your support can make a real difference.

Whether you're an experienced Support Worker or looking for a rewarding career change, we'd love to hear from you.

About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

You'll provide person-centred support that promotes independence, choice and inclusion while building genuine relationships with the people you support.

Experience is welcome, but it's your compassion, positive attitude and willingness to learn that matter most. We'll provide the training and support you need to succeed.

Is this you? | Ko koe tēnei?

You'll bring:

  • A caring, positive and respectful approach

  • Great communication and relationship-building skills

  • Reliability and a willingness to learn

  • A Full New Zealand Driver Licence (essential)

  • A current First Aid Certificate, or willingness to complete one at our cost

  • The legal right to work in Aotearoa New Zealand

  • A valid work visa with at least 12 months remaining (if applicable)

Why you'll love working with us | He aha ai koe ka rata ki a mātou

  • Permanent Full-time and Part-time opportunities

  • Comprehensive training and ongoing professional development

  • Support to achieve nationally recognised Health and Wellbeing qualifications

  • Free Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

  • Staff discounts with major retailers

  • A supportive team where you'll feel welcomed and valued

About us | Mō mātou

Working in partnership to enable great lives – Mā te mahi tahi kia pai ai te oranga

Community Care Trust Aotearoa supports people throughout Te Waipounamu to live fulfilling, independent lives. We value diversity, build strong relationships, and believe everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive.

How to apply | Te tuku tono

Community Care Trust Aotearoa is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment checks appropriate to the role, including satisfactory reference checks and Police Vetting, before employment can commence.

Applications closeMonday 24th August 2026 at 5pm

Please note we may begin reviewing applications as they are received, so this vacancy may close earlier if suitable candidates are appointed.

Support Worker - Position Description

Community Care Trust

About Community Care Trust

Community Care Trust is a not-for-profit charitable trust that works with people to find out what they want to achieve in life and then provide the support they need to get there.

We have been awarded silver accreditation against the Investors in People Standard, demonstrating our commitment to realising the potential of our employees.

People are supported to learn and maintain skills in many different areas of life such as household management, education, communication, relationships, employment, and health and wellbeing.

Community Care Trust provides a wide range of services to a diverse range of people including:

People with an intellectual disability

People on the autism spectrum

People who have an injury that has resulted in a disability (via ACC)

Children and young people requiring urgent supported accommodation (via Oranga Tamariki)

People with physical impairment

People with high and complex support needs

People with challenging behaviour

People that have a disability and have committed a criminal offence

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Dunedin, NZ
Year Founded
1995
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